PINTS IN THE PINES
Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium
March 7, 2026 • 6:00–10:00 PM
345 Ortiz Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33905
www.calusanature.org
Tickets: $60 • One night you don’t want to miss
Join us for Pints in the Pines, an unforgettable evening under the stars benefiting the Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium. Enjoy craft beer, refreshing beverages, local bites, and live music as you explore nature after dark. Wander the moonlit trails, mingle with good company, and experience a special Planetarium show that brings the night sky to life.
What’s Included
✨ Craft beer & beverages
✨ Local bites
✨ Live music & good vibes
✨ Nature trails after dark
✨ Planetarium experience
✨ A night you won’t want to miss
Get your tickets at: www.calusanature.org
Fort Myers, FL — Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium invites the community to experience nature like never before at Pints in the Pines, an unforgettable evening of craft beer, great food, live music, and stargazing on Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 6:00 to 10:00 PM, at its campus located at 3450 Ortiz Avenue, Fort Myers.
Set beneath the night sky and surrounded by the natural beauty of Calusa’s wooded trails, Pints in the Pines is a one-night-only fundraising event benefiting Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium — your nature space in Southwest Florida. Widely anticipated as one of the most exciting community events of the year, the evening promises to be the greatest night on the planet in Fort Myers.
Guests will enjoy a relaxed, festive atmosphere featuring craft beer from local breweries, refreshing beverages, and great food included with the price of admission, highlighted by delicious offerings from Fort Myers–based Gavala Catering. The evening also includes live music, a silent auction, and exclusive access to the Nature Center after dark.
The event will be hosted by Southwest Florida emcees, including Eric Raddatz, Executive Director of Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium, and Shane Spring, President of the Royal Palm Coast Realtor® Association, with special dignitary Councilwoman Diana Giraldo of the Fort Myers City Council joining the celebration.
Headlining Musical Guest
Pints in the Pines is proud to announce acclaimed local musician Sarah Hadeka as the headlining musical guest for this year’s event.
A powerful vocalist, accomplished songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, Hadeka is known for her emotional, authentic performances and dynamic stage presence. Classically trained and performing since childhood, she brings a rare blend of technical skill and heartfelt storytelling to every show. Performing with her trio, Hadeka will provide the perfect musical backdrop for an evening of craft beer, community, and celebration under the pines.
A Night Under the Stars
Attendees are invited to wander moonlit trails, mingle with friends old and new, and take part in a special Planetarium experience that brings the night sky to life. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or discovering Calusa for the first time, Pints in the Pines offers a unique way to connect with nature, science, and the Southwest Florida community.
Event Details
Pints in the Pines
Saturday, March 7, 2026
6:00 – 10:00 PM
Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium
3450 Ortiz Avenue, Fort Myers, FL 33905
Tickets: $60 per person
Tickets include craft beer, beverages, concert and food!
Available now at www.calusanature.org
What’s Included
• Craft beer from local breweries• Delicious food by Gavala Catering• Live music and great vibes• Access to nature trails after dark• Special Planetarium show• A night you won’t want to miss
Proceeds from Pints in the Pines support Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium’s educational programs, animal care, conservation efforts, and community outreach initiatives.
This event is brought to you in part by Sanibel Captiva Community Bank.
For more information or media inquiries, contact:
Eric Raddatz
Executive Director
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